A Melody Maker T. Rex Gig Promo Published in the UK on January 15, 1972, Melody Maker’s one-page advert “Starlight Rooms Boston” promoted T. Rex’s upcoming performance at The Starlight Rooms, Boston Gliderdrome, in Lincolnshire — one of the most iconic and filmed T. Rex shows of the early glam era. The ad highlighted the gig as a major event, with footage later used in documentaries and posters. Advert Overview Publication Details Magazine: Melody Maker (UK). Date: January

A Record Mirror T. Rex Reissue & Single Tease Published in the UK on January 15, 1972, Record Mirror’s one-page article “Cut Price T. Rex” announced Fly Records’ plan to reissue all of T. Rex’s early albums (originally recorded as Tyrannosaurus Rex on Regal Zonophone/EMI). The sleeves would remain the same, but the Fly logo and label would be substituted. The albums were to be released in original order at bargain prices (exact dates and costs pending). The article also previ

A Melody Maker Glam Future Tease Published in the UK on January 15, 1972, Melody Maker’s one-page article “T.Rex's Next” previewed Marc Bolan’s upcoming plans after the massive success of “Ride A White Swan” and the shift to T. Rex. The feature discussed new singles, potential album direction, and the growing T. Rextasy wave — a forward-looking glimpse into Bolan’s 1972 dominance. Article Overview Publication Details Magazine: Melody Maker (UK). Date: January 15, 1972. For

T. Rex's "Electric Warrior" resides at the number one position on the 50 albums chart as published in Record Mirror, January 15, 1972.

A NME Glam Coronation Published in the UK on January 8, 1972, New Musical Express’s one-page feature article “T.Rex is King” crowned Marc Bolan and T. Rex as the undisputed monarchs of glam rock. The piece celebrated their chart domination, live charisma, and the T. Rextasy phenomenon sweeping Britain. A triumphant early 1972 declaration of Bolan’s kingship. Feature Overview Publication Details Magazine: New Musical Express (UK). Date: January 8, 1972. Format: One-page fea

Rex Set For World Title Article: 1972 A NME T. Rextasy World Domination Scoop Published in the UK on January 8, 1972, New Musical Express’s article “Rex Set for World Title” declared T. Rex — led by Marc Bolan — poised for global domination. The piece highlighted their unstoppable UK run and predicted international conquest, capturing peak T. Rextasy momentum. Article Overview Publication Details Magazine: New Musical Express (UK). Date: January 8, 1972. Format: News article.

A Record Mirror Glam Portrait Published in the UK on January 8, 1972, Record Mirror’s two-page feature “The Real Marc Bolan” offered an intimate portrait of Marc Bolan at the dawn of T. Rextasy. The article explored Bolan’s personality, his transition from Tyrannosaurus Rex to T. Rex, and the glam phenomenon taking over Britain. A key early 1972 glimpse into the man behind the feather boa. Feature Overview Publication Details Magazine: Record Mirror (UK). Date: January 8,

A Melody Maker Glam Independence Scoop Published in the UK on January 8, 1972, Melody Maker’s one-page article “Bolan Launches Own Label” announced Marc Bolan’s bold move to create his own T.Rex Wax Co. imprint after leaving Fly Records. The piece detailed Bolan’s desire for greater creative control and the launch of the new label under EMI distribution. A pivotal moment in T. Rextasy’s evolution. Article Overview Publication Details Magazine: Melody Maker (UK). Date: January

A NME Glam Label Launch Published in the UK on January 8, 1972, New Musical Express’s one-page feature “T.Rex Own Label” announced Marc Bolan’s bold move to launch his own T.Rex Wax Co. imprint — following the end of his Fly Records deal. The article detailed Bolan’s plans for greater creative control and future releases. A pivotal moment in T. Rextasy’s evolution. Feature Overview Publication Details Magazine: New Musical Express (UK). Date: January 8, 1972. Format: One-p

A Starlight Rooms Glam Tease Published in the UK on January 8, 1972, Starlight Rooms’ one-page advert “T.Rex Quiver” promoted an upcoming T. Rex performance or event at the venue. A classic glam-era local advert capturing the height of T. Rextasy. Advert Overview Publication Details Magazine/Programme: Starlight Rooms (UK venue programme/advert). Date: January 15, 1972. Format: One-page advert.

A Sounds Glam Sequel Tease Published in the UK on January 7, 1972, Sounds magazine’s one-page advert “Part Two of the T.Rex Story” continued the T. Rex saga — promoting Marc Bolan’s unstoppable rise with new singles, albums, or tour dates. A full-page glam sequel to the ongoing T. Rextasy narrative. Advert Overview Publication Details Magazine: Sounds (UK). Date: January 7, 1972. Format: One-page advert. Do you have this Sounds advert in your archive? Ready for part two?

Bolan’s cosmic rise explodes across Sounds – the full T.Rex saga with poster! cover and two-page feature including poster in Sounds, January 1, 1972. More early T.Rex mania added weekly.

T.Rex’s T.Rex Top Years Chart , a cover and one-page feature in New Musical Express , January 1, 1972. T. Rex took a landslide victory in the 1971 NME Points Championship, having amassed almost 50 per cent more points than their nearest rivals. It is the clearest victory since the Beatles' heyday and the biggest points tally since Engelbart Humperdink recorded 1218 four years ago. Based on the weekly Top Thirty published in NME - with 30 points awarded for a No. 1 spot, 29 p

Marc Bolan T. Rex One-Page Poster in Pop Magazine, January 1, 1972.

T.Rex headlines the Rainbow Theatre on December 26, 1971, as part of the venue’s special Christmas season. Curved Air plays December 23, Yes December 24. The two-week Chipperfields Circus run follows, with a New Year’s Eve party planned by manager John Morris: “We are planning some surprises… I am trying to fix up some rock acts to appear with the circus so it could be fun.” Other Rainbow bookings: Osibisa November 19-20, Wishbone Ash with Mountain November 12-13, Alice Coope

Marc Bolan steps out alone – the boppin' elf goes glam for a good cause! cover insert in Disc & Music Echo, December 25, 1971. More early Bolan solo scoops added weekly

Marc Bolan steps out alone – the elf goes glam for a good cause! New Musical Express, December 25, 1971. More early Bolan solo scoops added weekly. T. Rex Jan concert Bolan solo on benefit album MARC BOLAN of T. Rex is the first contributor to be confirmed for a special triple-album set, which is to be issued as a benefit for last June's Glastonbury Festival. The set is titled "When The Sound Of The Music Changes," and it is planned for February release on the specially-forme

Bolan’s glam juggernaut stalls at #2 – so close, yet so far! T. Rex’s Jeepster and Electric Warrior both held the number two position on their New Musical Express, December 25, 1971. More T.Rex chart near-misses added weekly.

T.Rex cover (front and back) and news article, published in Record Mirror on December 25, 1971, discussing rumors of T. Rex potentially launching their own record label in early 1972 under the EMI banner after leaving Fly Records... T. REX may well have their own record label early in 1972. Since the duo flew from Fly, rumous have abounded concerning their future recording plans, and British disc companies have been queueing up with tempting offers. As RM closed for press on

Behind the glam – meet the mums, dads, and siblings of your wildest idols! The loving families of the wild rock stars, six pages in Bravo magazine December 20, 1971 – from Mickey Finn’s mum to Marc Bolan’s parents, the families behind the feather boas and their feedback speak for themselves. Everyone knows them, the big pop giants. Everyone has seen their houses, their cars, their friends, but no one has ever seen their parents. BRAVO introduces them: The loving families of t